Question by 88Keys: Am planning to finally get a new metronome…what would you recommend?
- for a classical pianist (music major)
- affordable (under )
- volume control (not necessary, but preferred)
- non-pitched clicks/ticks/thunks/beats/whatever =)
- either NO chime on the first beat of a measure OR the option to turn it off
- fairly durable/long-lasting
If anyone has any personal experience with SQ-50’s, Sabine Zipbeat 6000’s and Matrix 500’s, I’d be grateful for your opinions. Thanks!
Best answer:
Answer by bearcat
I have used a Seiko SQM 358 for a number of years and it works well (not sure if it is still available). I have no experience with the other models you listed.
To see some of the models and get some comparative information check here:
http://www.metronomes.net/
Good luck on your quest.
Musician, composer, teacher.
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I like the Seiko SQ50 …. use it regularly … I have no valid reason for not really liking the Matrix line and never seen a Sabine
I have used several good metronomes over the years, including online ones. But I am a professional flutist, and even with the sound turned up LOUD on many, I cannot hear them over my playing. (Flutes are a WHOLE LOT BIGGER in sound than many people think -they are used to hearing kids.) So – I got a Korg MetroGnome. Fits in my ear. Plenty loud enough for me to hear. I’ve worn earrings that are heavier – this is maybe a half-inch wide, and an inch and a quarter long. You can clip it onto a chain, because it is easy to misplace. Heck – you could start a fashion trend among serious players – like say players who NEVER remove that neck strap – and wear it all the time you are in class between practicing. Just a thought for something functional.
Korg, or a Yamaha.
You can get a tuner/metronome at http://www.WWBW.com